Account Executive, Ticket Sales - River Cats

Do you want to be part of baseball history? Having both a Minor League and Major League Baseball Team play at the same facility has never been done before and we are excited to be the first. Are you ready to join us in this once in a lifetime opportunity and have the ability to be a part of the Athletics and the River Cats playing here in the Sacramento Region? The Account Executive, Ticket Sales position is an incredible opportunity to advance your sales career in the sports industry with an organization committed to professional growth and career development.

The primary responsibility of the Account Executive, Ticket Sales is to build relationships with potential prospects to sell Season Ticket Memberships, Suites, Hospitality options and Group tickets for the both the Athletics and River Cats. Account Executives will have the opportunity to utilize the beautiful Sutter Health Park, when hosting prospects at games, VIP events, and tours.

The ideal candidate is passionate about enhancing their sales career in the sports industry, possesses a strong work ethic, can battle through adversity, and has the determination to succeed in an ultra-competitive, fast-paced, and highly rewarding work environment. Our team model a winning formula of attitude, innovation, excellence, hard work, and FUN!

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Builds relationships with prospective customers via outbound communication efforts and enhance those relationships through face to face and virtual appointments for the Athletics and River Cats.
• Utilizes technology to establish and develop relationships with potential customers.
• Responsible for meeting or exceeding individual and team performance and developmental goals.
• Actively participates in sales training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications:

• 4-year college degree in Business, Sports Management, or related field preferred.
• Dependability is key: consistently punctual and prepared for a fast-paced environment, executes instructions, and embraces coaching.
• High level of confidence, enthusiasm, and personal accountability.
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work games and events on nights/weekends.

Compensation:

The expected annual base salary for this role is $35,360 plus bonus and commissions. Final offers for this role will be made within the parameters of the salary range provided. Years of experience, skills, and other factors such as location are considered when determining the salary offered. Total compensation & offer package will include the following perks below.

Our Perks:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
• Employer 401(K) match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• River Cats home game tickets, team store discounts, and more!

The Sacramento River Cats are an equal opportunity employer. The Sacramento River Cats does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $35,360